See the full length version of this film in the Ask Yan section of the BBC Bang Goes The Theory website.
Dr Yan Wong uses time-lapse photography to reveal how food decomposes. Pretty disgusting.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Dr Yan's Rotting Food Time Lapse - Bang Goes The Theory - BBC One
How does food rot?
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See the full length version of this film in the Ask Yan section of the BBC Bang Goes The Theory website.
Dr Yan Wong uses time-lapse photography to reveal how food decomposes. Pretty disgusting.
See the full length version of this film in the Ask Yan section of the BBC Bang Goes The Theory website.
Dr Yan Wong uses time-lapse photography to reveal how food decomposes. Pretty disgusting.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Mothers of Twins Live Longer
Study finds they may naturally enjoy unique health benefits.
http://www.bing.com/search?q=mothers+twins+live+longer&form=msnhed>1=36010
http://www.bing.com/search?q=mothers+twins+live+longer&form=msnhed>1=36010
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Wisconsin Man Starts 'Good Food' Revolution
Will Allen is a towering figure in his Milwaukee, Wisconsin, field. Working as a farmer, missionary and coach, he preaches the gospel of good food grown in the heart of the city.
"Our new farmers will not come from rural America," Allen said.
As president of the nonprofit organization Growing Power, Allen promotes urban farming among diverse groups in the inner city.
"Our new farmers will not come from rural America," Allen said.
As president of the nonprofit organization Growing Power, Allen promotes urban farming among diverse groups in the inner city.
Changing Your Life Through Meditation
A new report finds 40 percent of Americans turning to alternative treatments.
Doctor: Blood Pressure Can Be Lowered in Minutes
A doctor says meditation helps a problem that affects one-third of Americans.
Doctor: Blood Pressure Can Be Lowered in Minutes
A doctor says meditation helps a problem that affects one-third of Americans.
Monday, May 9, 2011
6 Easy Steps to Falling Asleep Fast
Psychological research over three decades demonstrates the power of Stimulus Control Therapy.
1) Lie down to go to sleep only when you are sleepy.
Can't get a good night's sleep? You're not alone. In surveys of what would improve people's lives, a good night's sleep frequently comes near the top of the list.
1) Lie down to go to sleep only when you are sleepy.
2)Do not use your bed for anything except sleep; that is, do not read, watch television, eat, or worry in bed. Sexual activity is the only exception to this rule. On such occasions, the instructions are to be followed afterwards, when you intend to go to sleep.
3) If you find yourself unable to fall asleep, get up and go into another room. Stay up as long as you wish and then return to the bedroom to sleep. Although we do not want you to watch the clock, we want you to get out of bed if you do not fall asleep immediately. Remember the goal is to associate your bed with falling asleep quickly! If you are in bed more than about 10 minutes without falling asleep and have not gotten up, you are not following this instruction.
4) If you still cannot fall asleep, repeat step 3. Do this as often as is necessary throughout the night.
5) Set your alarm and get up at the same time every morning irrespective of how much sleep you got during the night. This will help your body acquire a consistent sleep rhythm.
6)Do not nap during the day.
9 Salads (Calorically) Worse Than A Big Mac
When eating out, we tend to think we’re “being good” by ordering an entrée salad instead of a big, juicy burger. But many of those salads have an undeserved health halo, packing in more calories and saturated fat than the poster food for an unhealthy dinner: The Big Mac.
Still even with bacon bits, tortilla chips and calorie-laden dressings abounding on the salad column of the menu, it’s not a free pass to give into the temptation of a burger (and a side of fries). Salads, with their increased volume and satisfying crunch, have a higher satiety factor than many other foods, meaning that they tend to fill us up quicker and control appetite throughout the day, says Toby Smithson, R.D., community dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. “It’s fine to choose a salad, just watch what you’re putting in it,” she says. Her tips include:
1. Start with a base of dark, leafy greens, which are packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
2. Choose a salad heavy on plain vegetables. If you omit one of the higher-calorie ingredients, feel free to ask your waiter or waitress to load on more of the vegetables.
3. Be wary of add-ons like bacon, tortilla chips and even beans, which some restaurants prepare with lard (ask your server before ordering). Calorically speaking, regular nuts are better than candied ones and fresh fruit is better than dried.
4. Choose vinaigrettes over creamy dressings, which tend to have more calories and fat. Better yet, order your dressing on the side and do a fork dip: Dip your fork in the dressing before a bite instead of pouring the whole cup out onto your salad. And, “even though olive oil is the better choice, it doesn’t mean that you should have the whole bottle,” Smithson says. Each teaspoon is 45 calories, so use sparingly.
5. Not all fat is created equal. A bit of fat -- from sources such as avocado or plain nuts -- is healthy. So instead of focusing on the total fat content of a salad, look at saturated fat instead.
For a much-needed reality check, we scoured the nutrition facts of nine of America’s favorite chain restaurants (according to this survey from Nation’s Restaurant News) to find the salads that break at least one of these rules:
Still even with bacon bits, tortilla chips and calorie-laden dressings abounding on the salad column of the menu, it’s not a free pass to give into the temptation of a burger (and a side of fries). Salads, with their increased volume and satisfying crunch, have a higher satiety factor than many other foods, meaning that they tend to fill us up quicker and control appetite throughout the day, says Toby Smithson, R.D., community dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. “It’s fine to choose a salad, just watch what you’re putting in it,” she says. Her tips include:
1. Start with a base of dark, leafy greens, which are packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
2. Choose a salad heavy on plain vegetables. If you omit one of the higher-calorie ingredients, feel free to ask your waiter or waitress to load on more of the vegetables.
3. Be wary of add-ons like bacon, tortilla chips and even beans, which some restaurants prepare with lard (ask your server before ordering). Calorically speaking, regular nuts are better than candied ones and fresh fruit is better than dried.
4. Choose vinaigrettes over creamy dressings, which tend to have more calories and fat. Better yet, order your dressing on the side and do a fork dip: Dip your fork in the dressing before a bite instead of pouring the whole cup out onto your salad. And, “even though olive oil is the better choice, it doesn’t mean that you should have the whole bottle,” Smithson says. Each teaspoon is 45 calories, so use sparingly.
5. Not all fat is created equal. A bit of fat -- from sources such as avocado or plain nuts -- is healthy. So instead of focusing on the total fat content of a salad, look at saturated fat instead.
For a much-needed reality check, we scoured the nutrition facts of nine of America’s favorite chain restaurants (according to this survey from Nation’s Restaurant News) to find the salads that break at least one of these rules:
The Baseline
McDonald's Big Mac
Calories: 540
Saturated fat: 10 g
Calories: 540
Saturated fat: 10 g
Cheesecake Factory
The Culprit: Grilled Chicken Tostada Salad
Calories: 1130
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Corn tortillas, avocado cream and sour cream contribute to upping the calorie count on this salad to add up to more than two of the McDonald's burgers.
Calories: 1130
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Corn tortillas, avocado cream and sour cream contribute to upping the calorie count on this salad to add up to more than two of the McDonald's burgers.
Emotional Eating
When I am stressed or upset I reach for food for comfort. I know I am not alone in this. One trick I use is to go for a walk or relax with a cup of tea instead of going for a snack. Does anyone else have any tips on how to fight emotional eating?
Coffee #3
Coffee Smoothie
Get the skin-boosting benefits of coffee plus antioxidant-rich cocoa in this delicious breakfast smoothie
Get the skin-boosting benefits of coffee plus antioxidant-rich cocoa in this delicious breakfast smoothie
Ingredients
1 cup (250 mL) cold brewed coffee
1 small banana, preferably frozen
1 cup (250 mL) low-fat, plain yoghurt
1/4 tsp (1 mL) cinnamon
1/2 Tbsp (7 mL) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 handful strawberries, or any berries
Serves 1
283 calories
15 g protein
5 g fat (3 g saturdated fat)
19 g carbohydrates
6 g fibre
15 mg cholesterol
179 mg sodium
283 calories
15 g protein
5 g fat (3 g saturdated fat)
19 g carbohydrates
6 g fibre
15 mg cholesterol
179 mg sodium
Friday, May 6, 2011
Science and Cooking:
Speakers: Harold McGee, Ferran Adria (elBulli), José Andrés (minibar by josé andrés, Jaleo, The Bazaar) with commentary/moderation from Professors David Weitz and Michael Brenner (Harvard)
Olive Oil and Viscosity | Lecture 4
Heat, Temperature and Chocolate | Lecture 5
Olive Oil and Viscosity | Lecture 4
Heat, Temperature and Chocolate | Lecture 5
Meat Glue
An expose on the meat industry in Australia and their use of Transglutaminase "meat glue" to sell off-cuts as prime meat for a premium price.
The original video is from Australian Channel 7's current affairs program "Today Tonight"
The industry-wide secret butchers don't want you to know about: The special product called Meat Glue sticking your steak together.
Meat Glue Mania | Lecture 10
The original video is from Australian Channel 7's current affairs program "Today Tonight"
The industry-wide secret butchers don't want you to know about: The special product called Meat Glue sticking your steak together.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
The Coming Doctor Shortage
The United States is going to experience an absolutely devastating doctor shortage in the coming years. Even now it can be difficult to see a doctor in many areas, and if you are fortunate enough to see one you will probably pay through the nose. Medical bills have gotten absolutely insane in this country. Many Americans have gone to the hospital for a few hours, perhaps got to see a doctor for half an hour, and ended up being billed thousands of dollars.
Unfortunately, it is not the doctors that are getting rich from these nightmarish medical bills. Rather, "the system" is set up so that "the middle men" are the ones raking in most of the cash. In fact, thousands upon thousands of doctors are being chased out of the profession because being a doctor just isn't worth the trouble anymore. According to the American Association of Medical Colleges, we were already going to be facing a shortage of more than 150,000 doctors over the next 15 years even before Obamacare was passed.
Unfortunately, it is not the doctors that are getting rich from these nightmarish medical bills. Rather, "the system" is set up so that "the middle men" are the ones raking in most of the cash. In fact, thousands upon thousands of doctors are being chased out of the profession because being a doctor just isn't worth the trouble anymore. According to the American Association of Medical Colleges, we were already going to be facing a shortage of more than 150,000 doctors over the next 15 years even before Obamacare was passed.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
TEENS GET HIGH OFF DIGITAL DRUGS
Forget about bongs, mirrors and crack pipes. Kids are getting high using headphones. Certain MP3 music downloads available online supposedly induce a state of ecstasy.
This new practice is called i-Dosing and requires a pair of headphones and something to play music. Proponents of i-Dosing say the ecstatic feeling listeners supposedly feel is caused by the binaural beat effect.
This effect is the result of two slightly different audio waves being heard separately by the left and right ear. The two tones played at slightly different frequencies makes the listener think they are hearing a quick beat.
YouTube is littered with videos that include these audio files, and even more reaction videos of teenagers freaking out after getting an i-Dose.
I was pretty skeptical about the whole idea of getting high with an audio file, so in the name of science and journalism, I decided to give it a try. I didn't pay to download an i-Dose, because there are plenty of videos on YouTube, and I didn't want to fill out an expense report for Discovery News asking for a four dollar reimbursement so I could get high.
The video I watched is called the Leviticus Green, named not only for everyone's favorite Old Testament book but also for a sound drug developed in 1993 as a pain killer for wounded soldiers, or so says the intro to the video. It also claims that the project was abandoned a year later after soldiers who were listening to the music reported having Biblical hallucinations.
There is some research in the area of binaural beats for scientific and therapeutic uses, including research for hearing and sleep cycles and reducing stress and anxiety. But using it as a drug is new.
I have to admit, I got a little nervous. The first two ominous minutes are filled with warnings and rules, like you have to listen alone on your headphones in a dark room, which I did. And you should never stop the iDose when it's in session, because "stopping suddenly can result in nausea, tunnel vision and in extreme cases has caused irreparable brain damage."
Not only did I dare watch the video and maintain enough of my senses to type out this sentence, but I also stared death in the face and turned off the video, before it was over.
Needless to say, the video production looked like a cross between a blurry ultrasound and the static you see on a television channel without any programming. The sound was mostly annoying. A humming, buzzing, dissonant drone that was anything but ecstatic. I had more of a rush in the first two minutes of the video that was jam-packed with hypnotic warnings and creepy Biblical cartoons than after the i-Dose began. Big letdown.
So, what does this development mean for our society? Nothing, probably. Teenagers have always had the remarkable ability to get high using just about anything (apple bongs, anyone?). This type of thing is nothing new.
But Wired's Threat Level asks, "Will future presidential candidates defend their i-Dosing past by saying, 'But I had it on mute'"?
Mute would certainly offer a more pleasant experience.
Reaction videos of teenagers freaking out after getting an i-Dose
"Hope,... which whispered from Pandora's box after all the other plagues and sorrows had escaped, is the best and last of all things. Without it, there is only time. And time pushes at our backs like a centrifuge, forcing outward and away, until it nudges us into oblivion... It's a law of motion, a fact of physics..., no different from the stages of white dwarves and red giants. Like all things in the universe, we are destined from birth to diverge. Time is simply the yardstick of our separation. If we are particles in a sea of distance, exploded from an original whole, then there is a science to our solitude. We are lonely in proportion to our years."
— Ian Caldwell (The Rule of Four)
Leviticus: Nazareth Green. Newly unearthed iDose i-Dose Sound Digital Drug iDoser iDosing
1. Listen alone
2. Listen with headphones
3. Listen in a darkened room or with a face covering
The effects can be lucid and violent!
Most importantly: Never, ever remove the headphones before the track has ended
This new practice is called i-Dosing and requires a pair of headphones and something to play music. Proponents of i-Dosing say the ecstatic feeling listeners supposedly feel is caused by the binaural beat effect.
This effect is the result of two slightly different audio waves being heard separately by the left and right ear. The two tones played at slightly different frequencies makes the listener think they are hearing a quick beat.
YouTube is littered with videos that include these audio files, and even more reaction videos of teenagers freaking out after getting an i-Dose.
I was pretty skeptical about the whole idea of getting high with an audio file, so in the name of science and journalism, I decided to give it a try. I didn't pay to download an i-Dose, because there are plenty of videos on YouTube, and I didn't want to fill out an expense report for Discovery News asking for a four dollar reimbursement so I could get high.
The video I watched is called the Leviticus Green, named not only for everyone's favorite Old Testament book but also for a sound drug developed in 1993 as a pain killer for wounded soldiers, or so says the intro to the video. It also claims that the project was abandoned a year later after soldiers who were listening to the music reported having Biblical hallucinations.
There is some research in the area of binaural beats for scientific and therapeutic uses, including research for hearing and sleep cycles and reducing stress and anxiety. But using it as a drug is new.
I have to admit, I got a little nervous. The first two ominous minutes are filled with warnings and rules, like you have to listen alone on your headphones in a dark room, which I did. And you should never stop the iDose when it's in session, because "stopping suddenly can result in nausea, tunnel vision and in extreme cases has caused irreparable brain damage."
Not only did I dare watch the video and maintain enough of my senses to type out this sentence, but I also stared death in the face and turned off the video, before it was over.
Needless to say, the video production looked like a cross between a blurry ultrasound and the static you see on a television channel without any programming. The sound was mostly annoying. A humming, buzzing, dissonant drone that was anything but ecstatic. I had more of a rush in the first two minutes of the video that was jam-packed with hypnotic warnings and creepy Biblical cartoons than after the i-Dose began. Big letdown.
So, what does this development mean for our society? Nothing, probably. Teenagers have always had the remarkable ability to get high using just about anything (apple bongs, anyone?). This type of thing is nothing new.
But Wired's Threat Level asks, "Will future presidential candidates defend their i-Dosing past by saying, 'But I had it on mute'"?
Mute would certainly offer a more pleasant experience.
Doser FAQ
Digital drugs
i-doser
"Hope,... which whispered from Pandora's box after all the other plagues and sorrows had escaped, is the best and last of all things. Without it, there is only time. And time pushes at our backs like a centrifuge, forcing outward and away, until it nudges us into oblivion... It's a law of motion, a fact of physics..., no different from the stages of white dwarves and red giants. Like all things in the universe, we are destined from birth to diverge. Time is simply the yardstick of our separation. If we are particles in a sea of distance, exploded from an original whole, then there is a science to our solitude. We are lonely in proportion to our years."
— Ian Caldwell (The Rule of Four)
Leviticus: Nazareth Green. Newly unearthed iDose i-Dose Sound Digital Drug iDoser iDosing
1. Listen alone
2. Listen with headphones
3. Listen in a darkened room or with a face covering
The effects can be lucid and violent!
Most importantly: Never, ever remove the headphones before the track has ended
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